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Task-2

Let's Learn from Others' Mistakes

Common Errors 

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Source: Mr Taranjot Singh 18-07-23  MT 07

Original Text

There is no doubt that young population works more effectively and efficiently, then old aged people. 

Corrected

Corrected version:


There is no doubt that the young population works more effectively and efficiently than old-aged people.

Explanation: 

The word "young" should be preceded by an article "the" to make it grammatically correct. The word "then" should be replaced with "than" to indicate a comparison between the effectiveness and efficiency of the young population and old-aged people.

Improved

Improved version:

Undoubtedly, the younger generation exhibits higher levels of effectiveness and efficiency compared to their older counterparts.

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Original Text

In my opinion, the advantages of having huge number of young adults to that of older people, outweigh its advantages. 

Corrected

Corrected version:

In my opinion, the advantages of having a huge number of young adults compared to older people outweigh its disadvantages.

Explanation: 

The phrase "to that of" should be replaced with "compared to" to express a comparison between the number of young adults and older people. The word "advantages" should be replaced with "disadvantages" to maintain consistency in the sentence.

Improved

Improved version:

From my perspective, the benefits of having a substantial population of young adults far outweigh the drawbacks of having a higher proportion of older individuals.

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Original Text

The main advantage of having in population is that they are fit and strong enough to do their work with their best ability.

Corrected

Corrected version:

The main advantage of having a young population is that they are fit and strong enough to perform their work to the best of their ability.


Explanation: 


 The phrase "in population" should be replaced with "a young population" to clarify the subject of the sentence. The word "do" should be replaced with "perform" to convey a stronger sense of accomplishing tasks. The word "their" should be added before "best ability" to show possession.

Improved

Improved version:

The primary advantage of a youthful population lies in their physical fitness and strength, enabling them to excel in task performance.

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Original Text

It will lead to overall development of the country.

Corrected

Corrected version:

It will lead to the overall development of the country.

Explanation: 

The word "the" should be added before "overall development" to indicate a specific and complete development of the country.

Improved

Improved version:

Their abilities to generate innovative ideas, employ advanced techniques and methods, and enhance task performance contribute to the overall development of a country.

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Original Text

And people have the talent to give new ideas, techniques and methods to perform a particular task, While the ability of thinking in old aged people start declining with the growth in their age.

Corrected

Corrected version:

 And people have the talent to generate new ideas, techniques, and methods to perform a particular task, while the ability to think in old-aged people starts declining with age.

Explanation: 


The word "give" should be replaced with "generate" to convey the concept of creating or producing new ideas, techniques, and methods. The phrase "in old aged people" should be replaced with "in old-aged people" to correctly describe their age. The word "start" should be changed to "starts" to match the verb form with the subject.

Improved

Improved version:

The younger generation's propensity for generating novel ideas, employing cutting-edge techniques and methods, and elevating task performance significantly contributes to a nation's overall development. In contrast, the cognitive faculties of older individuals gradually diminish with age, impairing their thinking prowess. 

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Original Text

Moreover, the time taken by an old person to complete a task is relatively high as compare to young generation.

Corrected

Corrected version:

Moreover, the time taken by an old person to complete a task is relatively high compared to the young generation.


Explanation: 


The phrase "as compare to" should be replaced with "compared to" to indicate a comparison between the time taken by an old person and the young generation.

Improved

Improved version:

Moreover, older individuals generally exhibit longer task completion times in comparison to the younger generation. 

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Original Text

But having more young population than old, one may have some problem as old people are too experienced and can overcome any difficulty on their own, which comes in their way, while young generation takes help of someone or cannot overcome a difficult problem. 

Corrected

Corrected version:

However, having a larger young population than old people may pose some problems, as old people are highly experienced and can overcome difficulties on their own, while the young generation often seeks help or struggles to overcome challenging problems.

Explanation: 

The phrase "But having more young population than old" should be rephrased as "However, having a larger young population than old people" to clarify the comparison. The word "problem" should be changed to "problems" to match the plural subject. The phrase "which comes in their way" is redundant and can be removed. The word "takes" should be changed to "seeks" to convey the idea of seeking help. The phrase "cannot overcome a difficult problem" should be rephrased as "struggles to overcome challenging problems" to provide a more accurate description of the young generation's difficulties.

Improved

Improved version:

Nevertheless, the predominance of young individuals can pose certain challenges, given that older individuals possess extensive experience and self-sufficiency in surmounting obstacles.

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Original Text

Old person can become good guider to the young ones, which will lead to overall development of them, sometimes, old aged person becomes too strict to the young people due to which they feel uncomfortable to manage with them.

Corrected

Corrected version:

An old person can become a good guide to the young ones, which will contribute to their overall development. However, sometimes, an old-aged person can be too strict with young people, making it difficult for them to manage.


Explanation: 


The phrase "Old person" should be changed to "An old person" to make it grammatically correct. The word "guider" should be replaced with "guide" to use the correct noun form. The phrase "overall development of them" should be rephrased as "their overall development" for clarity. The phrase "due to which" should be replaced with "making it" to indicate the cause and effect relationship between the strictness and the discomfort felt by young people.

Improved

Improved version:

Older individuals can serve as invaluable mentors, fostering the holistic development of the younger generation. Nonetheless, it is important to note that some older individuals may exhibit excessively strict behavior, leading to discomfort in their interactions with younger individuals.

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Original Text

A guider must not be too strict nor too lenient. 

Corrected

Corrected version:

A guide must neither be too strict nor too lenient.

Explanation: 

The word "guider" should be replaced with "guide" to use the correct noun form. The phrase "not be too strict nor too lenient" should be rephrased as "neither be too strict nor too lenient" to maintain parallelism and convey the intended meaning.

Improved

Improved version:

An effective guide must maintain a balance between firmness and flexibility, avoiding extremes of strictness or leniency.

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Original Text

To sum up, the huge increase in the development of some countries is only due to young ones. 

Corrected

Corrected version:

In conclusion, the significant development observed in some countries is primarily due to the younger population.


Explanation: 


The phrase "the huge increase in" can be replaced with "the significant development observed in" to provide a clearer description of the outcome. The phrase "only due to young ones" should be rephrased as "primarily due to the younger population" to accurately convey the main reason behind the development.

Improved

Improved version:

To conclude, the substantial advancements witnessed in certain nations can be predominantly attributed to the remarkable contributions of the younger population.

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Original Text

The advantages of having young as a major portion or far more than its disadvantages.

Corrected

Corrected version:

The advantages of having a major portion of the population comprised of young individuals far outweigh the disadvantages.


Explanation: 


The phrase "having young as" should be replaced with "having a major portion of the population comprised of young individuals" to provide a more specific and descriptive statement. The phrase "more than its disadvantages" should be rephrased as "far outweigh the disadvantages" to express a significant difference in favor of the advantages.

Improved

Improved version:

The benefits derived from a considerable percentage of young individuals in a population far surpass any associated drawbacks.

Source: Mr Taranjot Singh 18-07-23  MT 07

Original Text!

   There is no doubt that young population works more effectively and efficiently, then old aged people. In my opinion, the advantages of having huge number of young adults to that of older people, outweigh its advantages.

The main advantage of having in population is that they are fit and strong enough to do their work with their best ability. It will lead to overall development of the country. And people have the talent to give new ideas, techniques and methods to perform a particular task, While the ability of thinking in old aged people start declining with the growth in their age. Moreover, the time taken by an old person to complete a task is relatively high as compare to young generation. But having more young population than old, one may have some problem as old people are too experienced and can overcome any difficulty on their own, which comes in their way, while young generation takes help of someone or cannot overcome a difficult problem. Old person can become good guider to the young ones, which will lead to overall development of them, sometimes, old aged person becomes too strict to the young people due to which they feel uncomfortable to manage with them. A guider must not be too strict nor too lenient.

To sum up, the huge increase in the development of some countries is only due to young ones. The advantages of having young as a major portion or far more than its disadvantages.

Corrected!

    There is no doubt that the young population works more effectively and efficiently than old-aged people. In my opinion, the advantages of having a huge number of young adults compared to older people outweigh its disadvantages.

The main advantage of having a young population is that they are fit and strong enough to perform their work to the best of their ability. It will lead to the overall development of the country.Furthermore, people have the talent to generate new ideas, techniques, and methods to perform a particular task. However, the ability of thinking in old-aged people starts declining with age.

Moreover, the time taken by an old person to complete a task is relatively high compared to the younger generation. However, having a larger young population than old may have some drawbacks. Old people are highly experienced and can overcome any difficulty on their own, while the younger generation often seeks help or struggles to overcome difficult problems.

An old person can become a good guide to the young ones, which will lead to their overall development. However, sometimes, an older person may become too strict with young people, making it uncomfortable for them to manage. A guide must not be too strict nor too lenient.

To sum up, the significant development observed in some countries is primarily due to the contributions of the younger generation. The advantages of having a major portion of the population comprised of young individuals far outweigh the disadvantages.

IMPROVED VERSION

   There is no doubt that the younger generation exhibits higher levels of effectiveness and efficiency compared to their older counterparts. This advantage is pivotal in driving the overall progress and development of a nation. From my perspective, the benefits of having a substantial population of young adults far outweigh the drawbacks of having a higher proportion of older individuals. The youthful vigor and innovative mindset of the younger generation contribute significantly to societal advancement.

The primary advantage of a youthful population lies in their physical fitness and strength, enabling them to excel in task performance. Their robustness and vitality allow them to undertake demanding responsibilities and contribute to the economic growth of the country. Moreover, the younger generation possesses a remarkable aptitude for generating novel ideas, employing cutting-edge techniques and methods, and elevating task performance. Their ability to think outside the box and adapt to changing circumstances fuels innovation and propels the country forward. Conversely, the cognitive faculties of older individuals gradually diminish with age, impairing their thinking prowess. While their wisdom and experience remain invaluable, their ability to adapt to emerging challenges may be limited. Furthermore, older individuals generally exhibit longer task completion times in comparison to the younger generation. This discrepancy arises due to factors such as physical limitations and reduced agility, which can hinder their efficiency in certain tasks.

Nevertheless, the predominance of young individuals can pose certain challenges, given that older individuals possess extensive experience and self-sufficiency in surmounting obstacles. Balancing the contributions of both age groups is essential to leverage the wisdom of the older generation while harnessing the energy and innovation of the younger generation.

Older individuals can serve as invaluable mentors, fostering the holistic development of the younger generation. However, it is important to note that some older individuals may exhibit excessively strict behavior, leading to discomfort in their interactions with younger individuals. Striking a balance between guidance and flexibility is crucial for nurturing the potential of the younger generation. An effective guide must maintain a balance between firmness and flexibility, avoiding extremes of strictness or leniency. This approach ensures that young individuals receive guidance without feeling overwhelmed or stifled. 

To conclude, the substantial advancements witnessed in certain nations can be predominantly attributed to the remarkable contributions of the younger population. Their vitality, innovation, and adaptability play a pivotal role in driving progress and shaping the future. The advantages derived from a considerable percentage of young individuals in a population far surpass any associated drawbacks. By fostering a harmonious collaboration between different age groups, societies can maximize their potential for sustainable development and prosperity.

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